Continuing, Full Time Appointment
Professional Employee Level 7
Annual salary $96,559 – $105,992 pa + 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus | Larrakia Country
About the Position
The Senior Research Grants & Business Development Officer provides high-level pre-award support to researchers to grow CDU's external research income, including but not limited to competitive grants, contract/consultancy research, and tender funding. The role is responsible for proactively identifying external funding opportunities, supporting the development of high-quality research funding applications, guiding researchers through compliance and internal approval requirement, and managing all aspects of submission to external funders. The position also contributes to business development and engagement activities that strengthen CDU's research capability and build strategic partnerships.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Research Funding, Strategy and Compliance, the role operates as part of the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI)'s Research Grants and Contracts team, working closely with the Post-Award Officer and the Contracts Officer to ensure seamless support across the full research funding lifecycle.
About You
To be successful, you will require:
* Tertiary qualification and relevant experience, or extensive experience, in business development or research grants administration within an educational or similar institution.
* Demonstrated experience in pre-award support, securing competitive grants and contributing to research funding growth; and/or knowledge of research funding landscapes, grant processes and compliance requirements.
* High-level verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly, provide expert advice and negotiate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
* Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse groups, prioritise tasks, manage competing deadlines and oversee multiple applications concurrently, with high attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
* High-level conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret funding guidelines, assess compliance, analyse budgets and recommend solutions to optimise outcomes.
* Demonstrated ability to show initiative, instigate and undertake tasks with minimal supervision, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* Commitment to the University's values.
Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at Professional Level 7. The base salary will be in the range of $96,559 – $105,992 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $112,974 - $124,010 per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation.
First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures
While this vacancy is open to all applicants. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here.
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What's in it for you?
* An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
* 17% superannuation
* Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
* Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
* Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
* Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
* Free on-campus parking in designated areas
* Employee Assistance Program
* Salary Packaging opportunities
* An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
* Work with a University committed to changing people's lives for the better through training, education, and research
* Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
* Access to over 5,000 courses via LinkedIn learning corporate membership
How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the 'apply' button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience as well as any additional supporting documents.
For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Fransisca Tenorio on or email
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Work Health and Safety
CDU is committed to providing a physical and psychological safe working environment. Confidential support can also be provided to employees who may be experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence outside the workplace.
Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU, we actively celebrate our diversity and believe that our differences will make CDU the most connected University in Australia. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every member of our University community feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals, and that they truly belong.
Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.
You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.
Applications Close: Friday 6th February 2026